What is a prism?
With the help of a diagram of a prism, indicate its refracting surfaces, refracting edge and base.

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A prism is a transparent refracting medium bounded by five plane surfaces inclined at some angle.
The above diagram clearly shows a prism along with it's main components marked.

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What is a prism?With the help of a diagram of a prism, indicate its refracting surfaces, refracting edge and base.

A prism is a transparent refracting medium bounded by five plane surfaces inclined at some angle.The above diagram clearly shows a prism along with it's main components marked.

What is a prism?
With the help of a diagram of a prism, indicate its refracting surfaces, refracting edge and base.

A prism is a transparent refracting medium bounded by five plane surfaces inclined at some angle.
The above diagram clearly shows a prism along with it's main components marked.